Late with rent, got "Notice to Pay Rent or Quit". What can/should I do?

I agree with the other suggestions, but would add that some local social service agencies have programs to make emergency loans or grants to help...

Landlord passed away and his ex wife wants me out?

You can only be evicted by someone who has legal standing, which may or may not include the ex-wife (if the property is in probate, only the...

Eviction notice, rent paid on 4th day?

Unless the rent was actually received within the 3 days, the landlord doesn't have to accept it, and can proceed with an unlawful detainer lawsuit....

The methods of service are specified in Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1. Service by (only) first class mail (as opposed to service by posting...

I suggest you politely refuse. If they sue you in small claims court, the judge will decide who is right.

When am I required to be out of my apartment?

I agree with Mr. Stempler, but would add that the 30-day notice was not valid if you had an unexpired fixed-term tenancy. Make sure that you...

How can I protect myself if I take-on roommates for a summer rental?

You have already identified the risks and the problem. You can set things up in a way to increase your power if something goes wrong (e.g....

Do I have to continue to pay rent after a tree fell into my apt and landlord wont remove remaining dead trees near the building?

Have you tried calling the local code enforcement agency about the dead/dying trees? If the trees are a hazard, the agency should cite the...

Even if you missed the 5-day deadline to respond to the unlawful detainer, you can still file a response if the landlord has not already taken a...

Is my 30-day notice to vacate valid if I've been here over four years or was I to receive a 60 days?

If you are month-to-month, and are not being evicted for cause (e.g. non-payment of rent), you would normally be entitled to at least 60-days...